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Meet the Staff
Shane Sheffield
Shane Sheffield
Staff Reporter

Hiii! My name is Shane (Also going by Xiao), and I'm a sophomore this year at Lakes. I am involved in mentoring, and APIC. Some of the things I enjoy outside of school are reading, baking, archery, and...

Leon Rutz
Leon Rutz
Staff Reporter & Illustrator

Hi, I'm Leon! I'm a 10th grader at Lakes. I'm one of the illustrators. :D I don't really write so I support the Ledger with images to help people imagine something with their story! I have a love/hate...

Ashley Stocker
Ashley Stocker
Advisor

I am the proud Journalism advisor here at Lakes High School! I'm new to teaching, but old to the trade, which means I am a first-year teacher but have spent the last 12 years working in the design and...

Valentine Robles
Valentine Robles
Staff Reporter

The names Valentíne; I'm in my sophomore year and I'm a staff reporter for the Lakes Ledger! I enjoy philosophy, poetry, gaming and listening to music! I joined journalism to meet people, and it is quickly...

Richard Cambaliza
Richard Cambaliza
reporter

Hi, my name is Richard Cambaliza, I'm fifteen years old, and I love to lift weights, make tea, and play the ukulele. I'm a Sophomore at Lakes High School, and this is my second year of Journalism. I enjoy...

Recent Stories
The Lakes Cross Country team made it to the state championship! Girls placed 20th and boys placed 10th.
Lakes Lancers Cross Country Team Goes to State
Deonte Jones, Sports Section Editor • December 13, 2024

  Lakes cross country team also qualified for state this year. For the boys Cross country these fellow athletes made it: Berg Johnson,...

You've likely experienced it. You drank something, got distracted talking to your friends, did not notice the bell ring- now school is over and you must rush to find a bathroom... only to find it's closed!
Bathroom Misuse at Lakes a Growing Concern
Ryleigh Carr, Staff Reporter • December 10, 2024

    You've likely experienced it.   You drank that double serving energy drink at lunch then got distracted talking...

Do men talk about mental health? 
Men’s Mental Health and Suicide Awareness
Shane Sheffield, Staff Reporter • December 9, 2024

  This content contains mentions of suicide or suicide thoughts, depression and substance abuse or addiction (this includes mentions of...

Fall Sports Brief
Fall Sports Brief
Deonte Jones, Sports Section Editor • December 9, 2024

  Lakes High School did outstanding in fall sports this year with all teams playing in the state tournament; cross country, football,...

While in-school activities provide a foundation, competitions and outside awards take your interest to the next level, highlighting passion, initiative, and skill. 
Upcoming Competitions for High School Students
Austin Lee, News Section Editor • December 8, 2024

  Participating in extracurricular activities (ECs) and competitions might be for you. Extracurricular activities (ECs) and awards...

How did Masten grow up? This is one of the questions Lakes staff reporter, Kory Crabtree, asks during a sit-down interview with teacher Kacie Masten.
A Deep Dive into Ms. Masten’s Mind
Koryonna Crabtree, Staff Repoter • December 8, 2024

  Masten expressed that where she grew up in Lake Stevens had a small-town vibe. Masten's parents were divorced, and she had a brother....

Coach Miller. And fellow seniors on the Lakes Football team after a dominate win over Timberline on Senior Night.
Lakes 2024 League Champions!
Richard Cambaliza, Staff Reporter • December 8, 2024

  Lakes Football 2024 League champions!  It was an outstanding year for the Lakes football team. They had an undefeated season against...

Top 3 of the favorite foods of Lakes students and staff for the Holidays!
Top 5 Foods for Christmas and Thanksgiving!
Ramsey Hoffman, Staff Reporter • December 8, 2024

  45+ Lakes High School students and teachers were asked what their favorite dish is for the holidays! This list is the 5 top favorite...

Dylan Farmer STRESSED OUT from college applications.
Navigating the College Application
London Phelan, Staff Reporter • December 8, 2024

  A long and complicated process The college application process can feel overwhelming and complicated. As Dylan Farmer, a senior...

Do Lakes students know all of the different ways they can meet their graduation requirements?
All About Washington State Graduation Pathways
Dylan Farmer, Feature Section Editor • December 8, 2024

    As high school comes to an end, students must complete their graduation requirements. At Lakes High School, there are multiple...

Steve Swortz, the dean of students at Lakes High school, demonstrates how he defuses student fights by using his body.
Fewer Fights Lead to Safer Schools
Ingrid Valdivia, Staff Reporter • December 8, 2024

  Proactive strategies and the inclusion of social-emotional learning into school curricula has contributed to the improvement in handling...

Lakes Football Team or more internally knowns as the "Orange Crush" is a nickname developed by Coach Miller and Players; Orange crush is like a brother hood for the players and a standard.
Do Coaches Play Favorites in Sports?
Deonte Jones, Sports Section Editor • November 21, 2024

  When Lakes High School coaches, players, and fans were asked about their perspective on coaches playing favorite in sports- there was...

Graph of SBA & WCAS testing results showing students who received a score of 3 or 4.
SBA & WCAS Testing Results Are Out!
Austin Lee, News Section Editor • November 1, 2024

Graph of SBA & WCAS testing results showing students who received a score of 3 or 4.    Last school year (2023-24), during spring,...

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